Feb. 27, 2013 - Canadian Solar today announced a 85kW sales agreement with Zara Solar. Including this new order, Canadian Solar will have supplied more than 350kW of its solar modules to Zara Solar for off-grid PV projects in Tanzania.
Canadian Solar's off-grid solar modules between 15 and 90W are used for these projects. The modules are ideally suited for the local environmental conditions. "What convinced us to choose Canadian Solar was its proven performance and reliability, high quality and commitment to excellence. Additionally, we focus on long-term relationships with trustworthy partners. We also stress experience, an extended track record and a very good customer service. Canadian Solar excels in all of our required criteria," said Mohamedrafik Parpia, founder and owner of Zara Solar.
"We are very pleased about our agreement with Zara Solar, a leading solar PV company in the Tanzanian market. We are excited to further build our presence in this emerging marketplace for sustainable energy solutions. Our leadership, quality and cost benefits enable us to work with the best partners in important markets worldwide," said Dr. Shawn Qu, Chairman and CEO of Canadian Solar. "Together with Zara Solar, we can promote the use of solar PV by municipal organizations and commercial businesses in rural communities throughout Tanzania."